Application Description

Capital Bikeshare is the premier bike-sharing service spanning Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, marking it as the nation's first large-scale bikeshare system. With thousands of robust and specially designed bikes available at hundreds of docking stations across cities like Washington D.C., Arlington, Alexandria, Tysons, Reston, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase, Capital Bikeshare (CaBi) offers a convenient and eco-friendly way to navigate the region. The system operates 24/7, ensuring you can grab a bike whenever you need one.

CaBi's bikes are designed for durability and are perfect for one-way trips, allowing you to unlock a bike from any station and return it to any other within the network. Whether you're commuting to work, heading out to meet friends for dinner, or exploring new areas, CaBi caters to all your biking needs. Plus, once you sign up, all rides under 30 minutes are free, making it an affordable option for short trips.

The Capital Bikeshare app enhances your riding experience by allowing you to purchase rides, unlock bikes instantly, and view real-time information on station locations, available bikes, and docking spaces. The app also provides walking directions to the nearest station, making it easier than ever to start your journey.

For those looking to integrate their bike rides with other forms of public transit, the app is incredibly useful. It displays upcoming departures for a variety of services including WMATA Metrorail, Metrobus, shuttle lines, DC Circulator buses, Fairfax Connector buses, Montgomery RideOn buses, Alexandria DASH buses, Prince George’s County TheBus buses, Arlington Regional Transit buses, VRE trains, and the Silver Line Express.

Within the app, you can easily purchase the following options:

• Single Ride
• Access Pass
• Membership

So, whether you're a local resident or a visitor, Capital Bikeshare offers a flexible and fun way to get around. Happy riding!

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